Research: News

21 Nov 2024

Lifestyle

Revealing garlic's blood pressure lowering marvels

Garlic, a staple in many kitchens, has been utilized for hundreds of years not only for its ability to elevate the taste of meals but also for its potent medicinal properties.

20 Nov 2024

Lifestyle

You won't believe but humans can absorb nutrients through air

Recent research has unveiled a new concept of "aeronutrients," indicating that humans can absorb certain nutrients directly from the air.

19 Nov 2024

Lifestyle

Mastering online research like a pro

The ability to conduct effective online research is a vital skill in today's digital age.

17 Nov 2024

Europe

'Jekyll and Hyde' bosses can harm employee morale, productivity: Study

A recent study by researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology has found that bosses who switch between abusive and charming behavior, can severely hurt employee morale and job performance.

14 Nov 2024

Japan

Groundbreaking stem cell transplant restores vision in multiple patients

In a global first, a groundbreaking stem cell transplant has successfully restored the vision of three people with severe corneal damage.

14 Nov 2024

Lifestyle

Rare 'doomsday fish' spotted again in Southern California

A rare marine creature, dubbed the "doomsday fish," was found last week at Grandview Beach in Encinitas, San Diego County.

14 Nov 2024

Lifestyle

Study finds over 800 million people affected by diabetes globally

A recent international study has shown that global diabetes rates have doubled in the last 30 years.

13 Nov 2024

NASA

NASA invests $11.5 million in 5 sustainable aircraft concepts

NASA has awarded five research grants, totaling $11.5 million, under its Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability 2050 (AACES) program.

07 Nov 2024

Exercise

5 minutes of daily exercise can lower blood pressure: Study

A recent study has found that adding just five minutes of exercise into your daily routine can drastically reduce blood pressure.

07 Nov 2024

Lifestyle

Unraveling the soy-hormone myth

Soy, a staple in many diets, is shrouded in myths about its hormone effects.

06 Nov 2024

Lifestyle

Wearing tight petticoats under sarees cause severe health issues, study

A recent study published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) Case Reports has flagged the health risks of wearing tightly tied petticoats under sarees.

05 Nov 2024

Dengue

Scientists say making mosquitoes deaf could help fight dengue

A team of scientists from the University of California has found a novel way to fight diseases such as dengue, yellow fever, and Zika.

Scientists test graphene chip implant to revolutionize brain tumor surgery

In a major development, a revolutionary device aimed at transforming the surgical treatment of brain tumors has entered its first clinical trial.

02 Nov 2024

NVIDIA

Ex-NVIDIA programmer discovers largest-ever prime number with 41 million digits

In a major mathematical breakthrough, Luke Durant, a former NVIDIA programmer, has discovered the world's largest known prime number.

30 Oct 2024

Mental Health

Refreshing mind with forest bathing practices

Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is a Japanese practice of immersing oneself in the forest atmosphere.

29 Oct 2024

Lifestyle

Animals, like humans, become less social as they age: Study

A recent study has found that animals, like humans, become less social as they age.

24 Oct 2024

CRISPR

AI designs DNA 'switch' that turns specific genes on, off

In a groundbreaking study, researchers from The Jackson Laboratory (JAX), the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, and Yale University have successfully used artificial intelligence (AI) for gene control.

24 Oct 2024

Lifestyle

Research finds one-leg balance as key indicator of overall health

A recent study published in the journal PLOS One emphasizes the importance of balance as an indicator of overall health, especially in older adults.

23 Oct 2024

Lifestyle

Promoting relaxation with sandalwood oil

The divine scent of sandalwood: Health benefits of sandalwood oil

17 Oct 2024

Lifestyle

The truth about spot reduction fat loss

Many people wish they could magically melt fat off specific parts of their bodies just by exercising those areas.

17 Oct 2024

Lifestyle

Breakthrough discovery could slow ageing process

In a major scientific breakthrough, researchers have discovered how the human body makes skin from stem cells.

17 Oct 2024

Mental Health

Multitasking myths and their impact on one's mental health

In today's fast-paced world, multitasking is often hailed as a skill worth mastering.

16 Oct 2024

Space News

Universe is 27B years old, dark matter doesn't exist: Study

In a groundbreaking study, Professor Rajendra Gupta from the University of Ottawa, Canada has proposed that the universe is roughly 27 billion years old. His research also questions the existence of dark matter.

15 Oct 2024

Lifestyle

New research reveals remarkable sensitivity of human sense of smell

Contrary to what we previously believed, recent research indicates that the human sense of smell is extremely sensitive and can detect the order of odors at intervals 10 times shorter than previously thought.

Breakthrough cervical cancer treatment reduces mortality rate by 40%

A significant breakthrough in cervical cancer treatment offers promising news for women diagnosed with this disease.

14 Oct 2024

Food

Love spicy foods? It could be more psychological than physiological

The love for spicy food could be more psychological than physiological, a recent observation suggests.

09 Oct 2024

Lifestyle

Unraveling the mystery of a good night's sleep

The idea of a good night's sleep is often subjective, as scientists at an Australian sleep clinic have found.

09 Oct 2024

Lifestyle

Study: Those born post-1945 will live longer than their predecessors

A recent study revealed that baby boomers, those born post-1945, will live longer than their predecessors but in poorer overall health.

09 Oct 2024

Lifestyle

Dolphins smile at each other to avoid misunderstandings, study reveals

A recent study published in the journal iScience has revealed that bottlenose dolphins use an open-mouthed expression, similar to a human "smile," while playing.

06 Oct 2024

Health & Wellness

Pronouns activate same brain cells as names, study reveals

A recent study has revealed a fascinating connection between pronouns and the way our brains remember individuals.

Is 'negative time' a reality? This experiment suggests so

A groundbreaking study by researchers from the University of Toronto, has revealed a phenomenon where photons were seen exiting a material before they entered it.

One-minute phone breaks can improve students' focus, performance: Study

A recent study conducted by researchers at Southern Illinois University in the US, has suggested that one-minute phone breaks could potentially enhance students' focus and academic performance.

30 Sep 2024

Lifestyle

World's oldest eyeliner discovered! It's over 8,000 years old

Archeologists have unearthed the world's oldest known eyeliner from a prehistoric city in Turkey, proving that humans used makeup over 8,000 years ago.

29 Sep 2024

Space News

Scientists discover potential hidden structure within Earth's core

A team of scientists led by Joanne Stephenson from the Australian National University, has made a groundbreaking discovery suggesting the existence of a hidden structure within Earth's inner core.

26 Sep 2024

Narendra Modi

PM Modi launches Param Rudra supercomputers: Check their features, locations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has virtually launched three Param Rudra Super Computing Systems and a High Performance Computing (HPC) system in India.

26 Sep 2024

Health & Wellness

Study links breast cancer to chemicals in food packaging

A recent study by the Food Packaging Forum has identified nearly 200 chemicals, associated with breast cancer, present in food packaging and plastic tableware.

24 Sep 2024

Sustainability

Potato waste may soon fuel your car

The Central Potato Research Institute (CPRI) is planning to establish a pilot plant, aimed at transforming potato waste into ethanol.

18 Sep 2024

Bombay High Court

'If loudspeaker use harmful during Ganeshotsav, same for Eid': HC 

The Bombay High Court on Wednesday stated that if the use of loudspeakers and sound systems beyond permissible noise levels was harmful during the Ganesh festival, it also has the same effect during the Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi processions.

17 Sep 2024

Asteroid

Earth had a ring system 466 million years ago: Study

A recent study suggests that Earth, in all likelihood, had a ring system around it approximately 466 million years ago.

16 Sep 2024

Pets

Humans and dogs share deep neurological connection, study reveals

Chinese researchers have discovered a unique neurological bond between humans and dogs.

03 Sep 2024

Cancer

Lab-made stem cells offer new hope for cancer treatment

In a groundbreaking medical development, scientists have successfully created human blood stem cells in a laboratory setting.

01 Sep 2024

Harvard

'Wonder drug' for weight-loss slows aging process, extends lifespan: Study

Weight-loss medications may hold the key to not only combating obesity but also slowing down the aging process, according to recent research.

28 Aug 2024

Technology

Miniature brain chip turns thoughts into text with 91% accuracy

A team of researchers from the Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland has developed a groundbreaking brain-machine interface (BMI).

27 Aug 2024

Lifestyle

Researchers reveal how your brain sparks in different love moments

A groundbreaking study from Aalto University has pinpointed the exact locations in our brains where love is processed.

23 Aug 2024

Nobel Prize

World's fastest microscope records brief events like electrons in motion

Physicists at the University of Arizona have developed the world's fastest electron microscope, capable of capturing events that last just one quintillionth of a second.

19 Aug 2024

GST

Education Ministry intervenes as IITs receive GST non-payment notices

The Ministry of Education has intervened following the issuance of Goods and Services Tax (GST) non-payment notices to academic institutions, including the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT).

Do magnetic monopoles exist? Scientists eyeing potential discovery

Scientists are inching closer to confirming the existence of magnetic monopoles, using a decommissioned section of the beam pipe from CERN's Large Hadron Collider.

MIT's AI-driven brain mapping platform ignites hope for Alzheimer's treatment

Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed an innovative platform known as Neuron Tracing and Active Learning Environment (NeuroTrALE).

15 Aug 2024

Google

Google, Harvard create the most detailed map of human brain

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Harvard biologists and Google have created the most comprehensive map of human brain connections ever seen.

07 Aug 2024

China

Water molecules found in lunar rock sample for first time

In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have identified water molecules within a lunar rock sample.

06 Aug 2024

Auto

Gamification reduces phone use while driving by 27%: Study

A recent study by Progressive Insurance has revealed that the combination of gamification and financial incentives can significantly decrease handheld phone use while driving.

05 Aug 2024

Technology

Researchers are building quantum internet: How this 'unhackable' network works

A significant step toward a secure and revolutionary communication network has been taken with the launch of the Integrated Quantum Networks (IQN) Hub in the UK.

Privacy vs. performance: Making AI 'forget' has a high cost

A recent study has revealed that the performance of generative AI models such as OpenAI's GPT-4o or Meta's Llama 3.1 405B, can be substantially compromised by "unlearning" techniques.

30 Jul 2024

Black Hole

Dark matter may hold the key to black hole mergers

Dark matter, the universe's most mysterious substance, may play a significant role in the merging of supermassive black holes, new research suggests.

26 Jul 2024

Pacific Ocean

Scientists discover 'new El Nino' impacting southern hemisphere weather

A new climate pattern, named the "Southern Hemisphere Circumpolar Wavenumber-4 Pattern," has been identified in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, near New Zealand and Australia.